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vendor:
Helix Player
by:
Unknown
7.5
CVSS
HIGH
Buffer Overflow
119
CWE
Product Name: Helix Player
Affected Version From: Unknown
Affected Version To: Unknown
Patch Exists: NO
Related CWE: Not specified
CPE: a:helixcommunity:helix_player
Metasploit:
Other Scripts:
Platforms Tested:
Unknown

Helix Player Buffer Overflow Vulnerability

The vulnerability exists due to inadequate boundary checks on user-supplied input in Helix Player. Successful exploitation could allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code in the context of the application, while failed attempts may result in denial-of-service conditions.

Mitigation:

Apply vendor patches or updates as they become available. Avoid opening untrusted media files or accessing unknown websites.
Source

Exploit-DB raw data:

source: https://www.securityfocus.com/bid/38161/info

Helix Player is prone to a buffer-overflow vulnerability because it fails to perform adequate boundary checks on user-supplied input.

Successful exploits may allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code in the context of the application. Failed exploit attempts will cause denial-of-service conditions. 


The following example URI is available:

http://AAA.BBB.CCC.DDD:EEEE/%.20000000s%